Armed movement isn’t only about getting where you need to go. It’s about getting there without putting a teammate or civilian on the wrong side of the muzzle. In military and law enforcement environments, teammates, civilians, and potential threats may occupy the same space. Attention naturally gets pulled toward what is happening ahead. That makes muzzle awareness and recognition of the people nearby essential. A simple four-step sequence helps professionals move safely around others while maintaining control of the firearm: Carry. Look. Move. Ready. Step 1: Carry Before moving, transition the firearm into a high- or low-carry position. The order matters. The muzzle should be directed safely before the first step is taken, not corrected after movement has already begun. This becomes especially important when moving around a vehicle, passing through a doorway, or working alongside a teammate. The environment can change quickly, and the people around you may move without warning. Establish control before you move. Step 2: Look Once the firearm is in a carry position, look. Target fixation can narrow your awareness of everything happening nearby. Deliberately identify the people around you and recognize where teammates and civilians are positioned. Looking is more than turning your head.…
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Paris, 13 January 2026 – Meeting in an extraordinary session at the end of December, the Board of Directors of GICAT (the French Land and Airland Defence and Security Industries Association) decided to select General (Ret.) Marc Ollier to ultimately assume the position of Delegate General of the Association. He will…
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